Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
You have a business idea, but are looking how to make it a reality
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
The Hawaii Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs Business Action Center has resources for starting a business, searching for an existing business, and information/forms about business registration
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
The MBDA Enterprising Women of Color Business Center provides diverse and dynamic women entrepreneurs with resources, training, counseling and events aimed at facilitating access to contracts and funding for medium-sized minority businesses
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
The PDF explains a loan program for small farms. It’s easy to apply and offers up to $50,000 for starting or improving a farm. Great for small business owners in farming.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.